Katy Independent School District
AKaty ISD is the top-ranked school district in the greater Houston area and the seventh-best in the state of Texas, serving approximately 96,000 students across 70+ campuses. The district boasts 31 Honor Roll schools and operates nine high schools, each offering extensive Advanced Placement, dual-credit, and career and technical education pathways. Katy ISD consistently produces National Merit Scholars, and its schools are regularly recognized with state and national awards. The district is known for strong athletics, fine arts, and a highly engaged parent community that contributes to the overall excellence of its campuses.
Top Schools
Beckendorff Junior High
middle SchoolCinco Ranch High School
high SchoolTompkins High School
high SchoolSeven Lakes High School
high SchoolKaty High School
high SchoolNeighborhoods in This District
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Katy ISD ranked #1 in the Houston area?
Katy ISD earns its top ranking through a combination of consistently high standardized test scores, a low dropout rate, strong college readiness metrics, and exceptional extracurricular programs. The district has 31 Honor Roll campuses recognized by the Texas Education Agency, and its schools regularly outperform state averages in every measured category. Strong community support, experienced teachers, and well-funded facilities all contribute to the district's sustained excellence.
Which Katy ISD high schools are considered the best?
Cinco Ranch High School and Tompkins High School are typically the highest-rated, both earning A+ grades on Niche. Seven Lakes High School and Taylor High School are also highly regarded. Each of Katy ISD's nine high schools performs well above state averages, so families throughout the district have access to quality secondary education. The specific rankings can shift slightly year to year, but all nine campuses maintain strong academic reputations.
How fast is Katy ISD growing?
Katy ISD is one of the fastest-growing districts in Texas, regularly opening new campuses to keep pace with the rapid residential development in the Katy and west Houston corridor. The district has grown from about 60,000 students in 2010 to over 96,000 today. New schools are planned and constructed regularly, and the district has passed multiple bond elections to fund facility improvements and new campus construction.